2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Renault Twingo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Twingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |